The Black Infant Mortality Rate: An Unequal Chance for Life.

Howze, Dorothy C.

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ERIC Number: EJ326086

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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The Black Infant Mortality Rate: An Unequal Chance for Life.

Howze, Dorothy C.

Urban League Review, v9 n2 p20-25 Win 1985-86

Discusses socioeconomic factors that lead to disproportionate rates of low birthweight and high infant mortality in the Black population. Calls for national policy efforts that would remove financial barriers to premedical care and provide adequate income support for all. (GC)

Descriptors: Birth Weight, Blacks, Health Insurance, Infant Mortality, Low Income Groups, Prenatal Influences, Socioeconomic Influences

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Numerical/Quantitative Data; Reports - General

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Language: English

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Note: Special theme issue with title "Black American Health."